After making the Christmas Truck table runner I decided it would be fun to a couple of vintage blue truck placemats. I didn't put the Christmas tree in the bed of the trucks so I can use them at any ...
Christmas Truck Quilted Table Runner
I always enjoy decorating for the Christmas holidays and the other day I decided to make a new Christmas truck quilted table runner that is fast and easy to make. You may remember that I was ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #14
November has been beautiful here in Iowa, it is hard to believe I was outside today without a jacket! A couple of weeks ago I mentioned that I was bidding on an old vintage truck that I wanted to ...
Snowflake Table Topper
This is a super fast and easy table topper that would make a perfect gift or accessory as it takes no time at all to make when you use the AccuQuilt Sleigh & Snowflakes die. I have also ...
Autumn Table Runner Tutorial
Autumn is my favorite time of year! Decorating with beautiful golds, browns and oranges really makes me think of pumpkins and leaves falling. I had some batiks that I thought would be perfect for a ...
27 Free Thanksgiving Quilt Patterns & Sewing Projects
It is always fun to find quilt patterns and sewing projects that I can share with you! These are some that are perfect for Thanksgiving or autumn decorating. If you're a Canadian quilter, I missed it ...
Using the space you have for quilting and crafts
We all love having a separate room or she-shed for our quilting and crafts but sometimes that isn't possible and you should still try and create a space for yourself. Working at the dining room ...
Sea Mist Flower Applique
Applique is always fun to do especially when I'm using beautiful batiks. Small quilt projects like mini wall hangings, pillows and mug rugs are some of my favorite things to make and are wonderful for ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #13
Can you believe it is October already! The house is all cleaned up and you really can't tell a quilter lives here, of course that means I'm not working on anything at the movement but that will be ...
Decluttering my quilt studio
When you are trying to sell a house, a quilt studio or craft room can look pretty messy to the normal person. My daughter and I spent several days converting the two rooms I use for quilting into ...
Moving to the country!
We are on the move again! When we moved to our house here in Maquoketa, our plans were to remodel it and then add on a quilt studio. The remodeling happened first and then we waited for the river ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #12
My Quilt Project I'm working on a new quilt pattern that is super easy and fun to make. I pieced this quilt a long time ago at our river house and finally quilted it. I have also been making small ...
7 Square Table Runner Tutorial
One of my most popular table runner tutorials is the 6 Square table runner. It has been some time since I made it and I decided it would be fun to make it again and even make it a little ...
Applique Batik Flower Pillow
A quilted applique pillow is always fun to make, this is just a simple flower design with a neutral strip pieced background. The other day I shared several applique quilt projects that I wanted to ...
Board Game quilt pattern
I have finished the Board Game quilt pattern! Sometimes a quilt pattern can look complicated but when you break down the blocks it isn't that bad. As I mentioned before, this is a quilt that I ...
Applique quilt projects
Whenever I sort through things in my quilt room, I come across projects I have forgotten all about like these applique quilt blocks. They have been tucked away for quite some time and now seems ...
Board Game Batik Table Runner
I am still working on finishing up my Board Game quilt pattern. This was a quilt that I had in the Quilter's Newsletter magazine several years ago and forgot all about it. Since it had been some ...
15 Minute Mask with elastic
Masks - it seems like we will be making and wearing them for some time. In my last newsletter, I mentioned that I was making masks again with a different pattern and how I liked the way it fit. At ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #11
Our internet has been terrible this week which gets frustrating so I haven't been online that much. Reading an actual book has been enjoyable, I forgot how much I like turning pages in a book. My ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #10
My Quilt Project Today I'm sharing quilt projects #10 that includes quilt projects and pets that you have shared with me. Once again I am going through my old quilt projects and finishing some ...
Morning Glory Table Topper
I finally took the time to quilt the four Morning Glory quilt blocks I made earlier this year. Where does the time go! We have a beautiful oak tree in our front yard and the acorns have been ...
Flying Nines baby quilt
A few days ago I shared a couple photos of the new baby quilt that I was working on and now I have it quilted and finished! This is a precious little quilt that would be perfect for a new baby ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #9
I don't know about you, but I think piecing is my favorite part of quilting. I could also start new quilt projects every day! I was looking back through my old posts and in 2014 I think I originally ...
Coral Jewel Table Runner
Table runners are one of my favorite quilt projects to make. It is a great way to try out a new block or fabrics. Coral Jewel is a table runner made using one simple quilt block and is a perfect ...
River Scraps Quilt Pattern
If you are looking for a quilt pattern that can use the scraps in your stash, you will want to take a look at River Scraps! I had fun digging into my batik stash for this quilt and also use a ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #8
The weather here in Iowa has been hot! I go up to my quilt rooms in the morning and work for a bit until it gets uncomfortable. My Quilt Projects Sometimes I can't seem to concentrate on just ...
Bow Tie Quilted Placemats tutorial
Placemats are a favorite item at our house and you are going to love these fast and easy Bow Tie quilted placemats. Keep reading for a very easy tutorial for making them. Bow Tie placemat ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #7
My Quilt Project Have you been working on anything new this week? I have continued to make blocks for my Jewel Box quilt that I shared with you last week but it has been hot and humid here so ...
Summer Table Topper Tutorial
A table topper can be a fast and easy quilt project and a great way to try out a new quilt block. This one is made with soft pastel colors that are perfect for summer. Last week I made placemats ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #6
My Quilt Project Have you been working on anything new this week? I have been making quilt blocks for a quilt planned for our bedroom using all of the batiks that I bought from Bluprint before it ...
Summer Placemats Tutorial
I have a quick and easy quilt tutorial to share with you today for some cute and happy placemats! I think you will really enjoy this tutorial! I don't know about you, but we always use place mats ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #5
My Quilt project Gosh, another week flew by! I did get this quilt project pieced and I'm not sure if I'll add borders or not. I'm not sure what the name of the quilt block is, the first time I ...
Batik Split Rail Fence Quilt
Have you ever made a Split Rail Fence quilt? It is one of the easiest quilt designs to make and looks different every time depending on the fabrics you use. I finished up my batik Split Rail Fence ...
Sharing quilt projects #4
It is time to share a few of the beautiful quilt projects made with my tutorials and patterns that you have shared with me. I always enjoy seeing them and feel free to email me a photo anytime. My ...
Maple Star quilt block tutorial
When I was an ambassador for Island Batik, I shared many different quilt projects that I did for my monthly challenges. For many of them, I never took the time to write a tutorial or pattern. I am ...
Sharing quilt projects #3
I am really trying to figure out just what I worked on this week! The older I get, the faster time goes by. I've been doing some yard work and house cleaning which isn't as much fun as quilting but ...
River Scraps Quilt Block
This quilt block tutorial is for the 9-inch and 12-inch size of the River Scraps quilt block. When I shared the River Scraps baby quilt tutorial, it was made with 15-inch blocks and I received ...
Sharing Quilt Projects #2
I cannot believe how fast the week has gone! I have really enjoyed seeing all of the beautiful quilt projects everyone has been shared with me. I can't share them all at once so I'll try and share ...
River Scraps Baby Quilt
There is nothing like a scrappy quilt, especially when you can look at the squares and see clothes and other projects you have made in the past. Most of the fabrics are old and may be out of style but ...
Sharing quilt projects
I usually only post finished tutorials or patterns anymore but I have found that I really miss sharing some of the quilt projects I am working on that....may never get finished. By the way, ...
Morning Glory Baby Quilt
I finished up the Morning Glory baby quilt that is made with bright colorful batiks! Don't you think this will make a wonderful quilt for a little boy? I used a batik 10-inch layer cake for the ...
DIY Outdoor Gazebo
Our new gazebo is up and ready to use! Builder Bob did a fantastic job of making sure it is stable and secure. I don't think we have to worry about the wind blowing it away! I am so happy to ...
Quilted Morning Glory Pillow tutorial
Do you like to make pillows? I resized the Morning Glory quilt block to make it bigger than the quilt block I showed you the other day. Here is the quilted Morning Glory pillow all finished. I ...
Stacks quilted table runner from batik scraps
I finished up another Stacks table runner and this time I used some batik scraps I had in my stash. These weren't teeny tiny scraps but pieces big enough to get several blocks out of. Take a look ...
Morning Glory Quilt Block tutorial
Looking for a fun quilt project? How about making some easy Morning Glory quilt blocks with this easy tutorial. Get out your scraps for this block! I like using batiks and often times mix them with ...
Face Mask tutorial with ties
Many of you have asked me for a simple DIY face mask tutorial since the CDC recommended wearing them. I held off on doing a tutorial earlier on face masks but I have now made several different ...
Midnight Glow Lap Quilt tutorial
Once again I am showing you a quilt made with the Midnight Glow quilt block. Sometimes it is fun to oversize a quilt block which means you can really make a quilt fast! I just happened to have a ...
Batik Table Runner Tutorial Midnight Glow
Are you looking for another table runner tutorial? Quick and easy quilt projects are the perfect thing to make right now while you are staying home and social distancing. I think you will like my ...
Stacks Fat Quarter Table Runner
Table runners are always fun to make and a perfect quilt project for a new quilter. This is my Stacks fat quarter table runner in batiks. When I did a post about my Stacks quilt pattern I mentioned ...
Stacks quilt pattern
Looking for a fun quilt pattern that will look different every time you make it? The Stacks quilt pattern is made with one easy block and fat quarters. Browns are perfect for a quilt for that ...
HST Pinwheel Table Runner tutorial
I created this half square triangle pinwheel table runner using the leftovers from my Tassel quilt but this could easily be made with fabrics you have in your stash. One of the easiest quilt blocks ...
Crazy Quilt heart mug rug tutorial
Have you ever thought about making a crazy quilt? A little mug rug is the perfect quilt project when you want to try a new technique, How about a crazy quilt heart mug rug that you can give to a ...
Tassel Quilt Pattern
I think you are going to love this quilt pattern! It may look difficult but the Tassel quilt is actually made with one simple quilt block. Everyone knows I like fast and easy quilt ...
Jelly Belly Bars Quilt QAL
Looking for a fast and easy quilt pattern that won't take any time at all to make? You'll love the Jelly Belly Bars quilt! I am taking part in the Jelly Belly Bars QAL with the Fat Quarter Shop. ...
Easy Quilted String Mug Rug Tutorial
One of my favorite things to do is make a mug rug. It is relaxing and something that can be completed in no time at all. This little quilted mug rug was made using batik scraps from a table runner ...
Quilter’s Calendar for 2020
Would you like a downloadable 2020 calendar created for especially for quilters? This is a downloadable pdf with each month on a separate page that can be printed on 8.5 x 11 paper. Below you ...
2020 Goals
Happy New Year everyone! It is hard to believe that it is 2020! I have been quilting most of my life and it was in 2010 that I started sharing quilt projects on my blog on Blogspot. Before then I ...
Rainbow Rail Fence Quilt Block Tutorial
Today I have another quilt block tutorial to share with you. Rail Fence quilt blocks are always fun to make and this easy block uses four rail fence sections for a completely different ...
Christmas Quilt Projects and Tutorials
This post contains more than 15 Christmas quilt project tutorials that I have made over the years all listed in one place so you can easily find them. Enjoy! Please bookmark this as I will continue to ...
How to make the Brick Road Pillow or Table Topper
I finished up the tutorial for the Brick Road pillow! If you would like to know how to make the Brick Road Quilt Pillow just keep reading. Since I already have hundreds lots of pillows, I decided to ...